This tender has closed on 15 June 2026.
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This tender invites suppliers to provide a range of dairy products, including maas, cheese, yoghurt, and margarine, for a duration of four months. Key requirements include compliance with health standards and timely delivery to Frere Hospital.
The Eastern Cape Department of Health is seeking qualified suppliers to provide a variety of dairy products for a period of four months. The products required include maas (Amasi), cheese, yoghurt, and margarine, all of which must meet strict quality and safety standards. Suppliers must ensure that all items are delivered in accordance with specified temperature controls and packaging requirements to maintain product integrity. The successful bidder will be expected to deliver these products weekly, adhering to agreed schedules and maintaining compliance with health regulations throughout the contract duration.
In addition to product quality, bidders must demonstrate their capacity to fulfill the order volume, which includes approximately 18,000 units of maas, 29,600 units of yoghurt, 2,860 units of margarine, and 1,280 kg of cheese over the contract period. The evaluation process will consider administrative compliance, capacity assessment, and pricing, with a focus on local suppliers to support community engagement. This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specializing in dairy supply to engage with a significant healthcare institution, ensuring consistent supply to meet the nutritional needs of patients.
This tender is suitable for dairy suppliers, food distributors, and businesses with experience in delivering perishable goods to healthcare facilities. Companies that can ensure compliance with health and safety standards and have the capacity for timely delivery are encouraged to apply.